Olga Neuwirth, a renowned professor of composition at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, presents her avant-garde solo album "Olga Neuwirth: Solo" under the label KAIROS. This captivating collection, released on January 1, 2020, is part of Klangforum Wien's Solo series, a five-CD project responding to the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic. The album features six tracks, each a unique exploration of solo performance, spanning a total duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The album opens with "Coronation I: Io Son Ferito Ahimè," a 2020 composition for percussion and sample, performed by Olga Neuwirth, Klangforum Wien, and Björn Wilker. The tracklist continues with "Weariness Heals Wounds I" for viola, "Torsion" for bassoon, "Magic Flu-Idity" for flute and Olivetti typewriter, "Fumbling and Tumbling" for trumpet, and concludes with "Incidendo / Fluido" for piano with CD.
Each piece showcases Neuwirth's distinctive style and innovative approach to composition, offering a rich tapestry of sounds and textures. The album is a testament to Neuwirth's versatility and creativity, making it a compelling listen for fans of avant-garde music.
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